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title: "Patch my PC software Renewal"
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# Patch my PC software Renewal

Buyer: NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-022d0d8a-f4de-4173-83f8-6d0bd202c7d9

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## Summary

The National Audit Office (NAO), situated in London, England, has concluded the procurement process for the provision of "Patch My PC software Renewal," an automated patch management tool aimed at updating and securing third-party Windows applications. This contract falls within the information technology services category and was awarded to Bechtle Direct Limited. Following a limited competitive quotation procurement method, this award, valued at £13,667.72 including VAT, commenced on 12th March 2026 and spans an initial three-year period with the potential for two one-year extensions, ultimately concluding on 11th March 2031. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, which was officially published on 3rd April 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the information technology sector, particularly those specialising in automated software updates and patch management services. Although the procurement method was competitive but limited, smaller enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find similar opportunities attractive, given the procurement's suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in maintaining software security and efficiency without manual interventions are well-positioned to compete. With the UK's centralized location and a focus on digital infrastructure, this contract represents a beneficial prospect for suitable businesses looking to build a robust portfolio within public sector contracts.

## Notice

National Audit Office (NAO) awarded a contract to the supplier Bechtle Direct Limited who will be providing Patch My PC an automated patch management tool that keeps third party Windows applications updated and secure without manual effort. The contract duration of an initial 3 years will commence from Thursday 12th March 2026 until Sunday 11th March 2029 with 2, 12 months extension until Tuesday 11th March 2031. The estimated value of PS13,667.72 inclusive of VAT for the duration of the contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70797c69-8bbd-41cb-8141-9a78e4418abc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2026 - 11 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,667 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,667 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1W 9SP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Pimlico North |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BECHTLE DIRECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2026 at 12:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70797c69-8bbd-41cb-8141-9a78e4418abc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70797c69-8bbd-41cb-8141-9a78e4418abc
  3rd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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